Reflecting God's Grace and Mercy: Honoring Mothers

Mothers are truly a precious gift from God! 

Happy Mother's Day to all Mothers!

Leading up to Mother's Day, Sunday May 12, 2024, our worship team at Freedom Hill Church has been actively preparing for the upcoming service dedicated to celebrating all mothers.  We're really excited. 

Last Sunday I delivered a sermon titled God’s grace and mercy on my life. Based on the sermon's message, I encourage you to apply the principles of grace and mercy to honor and appreciate mothers - not only this Sunday, but everyday of your lives. As you reflect on God's grace and mercy and think about ways to honor mothers in your lives, keep in mind that mothers are a precious gift from God, and their love and sacrifice reflect the gracious and merciful nature of our Heavenly Father.

"Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her:" - Proverbs 31:28 (NLT)

In my sermon I emphasized the importance of understanding God's grace and mercy in our lives and how we can extend those qualities to others. We can apply these principles of grace and mercy to honor and appreciate these incredible women who play such a significant role in our lives, as follows:.

1. Walking Mirrors of Grace: God's grace is the unmerited favor He extends to us, giving us blessings we don't deserve. In the same way, mothers often exhibit grace by loving and forgiving their children, even when they may not deserve it. Their unconditional love and acceptance reflect the character of God. We can honor mothers by acknowledging and appreciating their graciousness toward us, recognizing the ways they extend grace in our lives.

2. Embracing Mercy: Mercy is not giving someone the punishment they deserve. Mothers exemplify mercy as they navigate the challenges of parenting with patience and forgiveness. Just as God is merciful to us, mothers extend mercy, providing opportunities for growth and restoration. We can honor mothers by actively showing them mercy, letting go of past mistakes, and fostering an atmosphere of forgiveness within our families.

3. Gracious Words and Acts: Our words have power, and when we speak graciously, we reflect God's nature. Mothers often offer kind and encouraging words to uplift their children, just as God's words of love and affirmation uplift us. We can honor mothers by speaking gracious words, expressing our gratitude and appreciation for their hard work and sacrifices. Acts of service, acts of kindness, and small gestures can also demonstrate our appreciation and reflect the grace we have received.

4. Continual Appreciation: While Mother's Day is often a designated time to honor mothers, we should aim to extend our appreciation and honor to them every day. Just as God's grace and mercy are new every morning, let us recognize and celebrate the remarkable qualities of mothers consistently. Expressing gratitude and showing love should be ongoing, not restricted to a single day.

As we reflect on God's grace and mercy in our lives, let us recognize and honor the mothers who have been vessels of His love and care. Their selflessness and sacrifice echo the qualities of our Heavenly Father. By extending grace, showing mercy, and speaking words of affirmation, we can express our appreciation for these remarkable women.

Pray this with me: "Lord, help me continuously celebrate and uplift all mothers in my life, not just on Mother's Day, but every day, allowing Your love and grace to flow through me."

Remember, mothers are walking reflections of God's grace and mercy. Let us honor them as they have honored us.

Pastor Ron Abad